DRIVER FLEES AFTER CAR HITS SIGN AND SPINS IN VENTNOR
11th July 2026
James joined the Island Echo team in May 2022. Although he holds a degree in sports journalism, he covers all genres of news including court reporting. James has a particularly good memory!
Paintbrushes and rollers were put to great use when Island Roads community service volunteers helped redecorate a village hall.
Read moreDetailsNo fuel at one of the Isle of Wight's busiest petrol stations is causing issues for motorists this morning (Wednesday).
Read moreDetailsWightlink has confirmed its continued support for Isle of Wight organisations through its long-running Wightlink in the Community initiative, with similar levels of sponsorship planned for 2026 after backing more than 14,000 cross-Solent journeys in 2025.
Read moreDetailsNationwide Building Society in Ryde will close for for little over a week next month to allow refurbishment works to take place.
Read moreDetailsJoe Robertson MP is warning it could have significant implications for the Island’s visitor economy...
Read moreDetailsPHOTOS: A bright and unexpected rainbow lit up the skies over the Isle of Wight earlier today, with Island Echo readers quick to capture the moment...
Read moreDetailsSandown Town Council has unanimously agreed to increase its 2026-27 precept to £263.97 for a Band D property - up £23.50 a year, or 45p a week - to support local services, youth provision and infrastructure improvements.
Read moreDetailsBREAKING: A 31-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman, who were previously arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of 1-year-old Jayla-Jean Mclaren back in August, have been further arrested today (Tuesday) on suspicion of committing further offences.
Read moreDetailsResidents at Orchard House Care Home recently enjoyed a day out in the home’s brand new minibus, with visits to Costa Coffee and the popular Bear Café at Honor & Jeffrey Garden Centre on the Isle of Wight.
Read moreDetailsEvery Primary School on the Isle of Wight has now completed a fully-funded day trip to London, made possible by local firm Diamond Adventures and supported by sponsors WightFibre and Red Funnel.
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